Odessa® Red Dianthus
Dianthus caryophyllus 'Odessa Red'
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Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Shipping
To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.
Due to winter weather we have put a hold on shipping to the areas shown below in grey. You can still order now and we will ship the plant to you during an appropriate time for your zone.
Standard Shipping Rates
At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.
| From | To | S&H |
|---|---|---|
| $0 | $19.99 | $24.99 |
| $20 | $49.99 | $29.99 |
| $50 | $69.99 | $34.99 |
| $70 | $99.99 | $39.99 |
| $100 | $129.99 | $44.99 |
| $130 | $149.99 | $48.99 |
| $150 | $150+ | Approx 28% |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Odessa® Red Dianthus highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Brand
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Botanical Name
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Growing Zones
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Mature Height
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Mature Spread
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateMedium
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Pollinator Friendly
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Pollinator Required
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Fragrant
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Pruning Time
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Bloom PeriodLate Spring, Fall
Growing Zones 4-9
Double Crimson Bi-Color Blooms Odessa® Red Dianthus!
- Bi-Color Crimson-Red & Rosy Red Edges
- Ruffled Double Blooms
- Fragrant & Spicy Scented
- Pollinators & Butterflies
- Blue-Green Foliage
- Bloom Spring-Autumn!
- Evergreen in Mild Winters
- Clump-Forming Mounds
- Great Container, Cut Flower & Edging
- Full Sun Perennials!
- Hardy & Easy Care
Odessa® Red Dianthus (Dianthus caryophyllus 'Odessa Red') features double blooms with crimson-red centers and lighter rosy-red edges. With spicy fragrance, these are versatile throughout the garden. You'll adore this frilly, richly colored Dianthus!
Garden Pinks produce gorgeous ruffles accented by picotee edges. Against a backdrop of greenish-blue foliage, the narrow leaves can remain evergreen in mild winters. Forming dense spreadings for fantastic edging.
With a late spring until fall bloom time, these flowers smother the foliage in two-tone color, these perennials are long-lasting additions to any landscape!
How to Use Odessa® Amy Dianthus In The Landscape
Dianthus are well-known landscaping garden plants, traditionally used as edging, tucked into rock walls or planted in rows! Soften retaining walls and the bases of hardscaping with evergreen color, or use as a groundcover that won’t compete with larger shrubs!
Mounded perennials soften the transition between lawn and garden! Plant along the driveway or let ramble over the sides of walkways and paths, creating great definition.
Use as spillers in containers and planters, or hanging baskets too! The ruffled and frilly finery are fantastic low-growing facer perennials, in Rock gardens and carpet the ground in lovely blue-green mounds.
Your garden will be smothered in flying visitors too! Use in small bouquets so you can enjoy them indoors and out!
#ProPlantTips For Care
Dianthus loves full sun and can remain evergreen in mild winters. Hardy in USDA growing zones 4 through 9.
Provide well-drained soil that is fertile, on the alkaline side and moderate moisture. A generous layer of mulch helps retain soil moisture as well as insulate the root system.
Versatile, hardy and easy care, these low maintenance and adaptable beauties only need pruning in early spring.
Pinks add fragrance and rich color to the garden, so order the ruffled double blooms of Odessa® Red Dianthus! Order today before they’re gone at NatureHills.com!
